COLFAX AND BEAR RIVER
THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016
DIFFICULTY: Easy. Total 4 miles.
ELEVATION GAIN: Less than 100 feet
HIKE 1: Historic Colfax loop walk, sidewalks, 1 mile, elevation gain 100 feet
HIKE 2: Bear River Day Use to Group Camp and back, dirt road, mostly level, 3 miles
HIKE DESCRIPTION:
Drive to Colfax. Walk around on sidewalks. Drive to Bear River Day Use.
Hike along River on dirt road to Group Camp and back. Snack at benches.
FOOD AND WATER: Bring water and a snack.
TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE:
About 35 miles trip. Total driving time about 50 min. Donation
of $6 is suggested for riders. Directions will be handed out to
drivers.
HIKE LEADER/SWEEP: Leader Dan Cortinovis. Sweep Wilma Cortinovis
FACILITIES: Rest rooms at Old Colfax Depot and at Bear River Day Use.
PREPARATION FOR HIKE: Sturdy boots or walking shoes are recommended.
IF YOU HAVE HEALTH ISSUES, CONSIDER YOUR CONDITION BEFORE HIKING.
BRING
THE FOLLOWING: Bring a copy of your ID (driver's license), health card,
and an emergency contact name and phone number with you on the hike.
ABOUT
YOUR FOOTWEAR: Always bring two pairs of shoes, along with a plastic
bag to store your muddy/dusty hiking boots after the hike.
RISKS: Watch for traffic when crossing roadways. Poison oak, ticks, rattlesnakes.
HEAVY RAIN CANCELS HIKE.
QUESTIONS: Call Dan Cortinovis at 925-262-7345.
MEETING TIME: 7:00 AM, LEAVING TIME: 7:15 AM, RETURN BY NOON.
MEETING LOCATION: Orchard Creek Lodge Parking Lot Aisle 14 near Fitness Center.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
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